Cody James Belgarde Sentenced to Over 27 Years for Teen’s Murder and Arson

Cody James Belgarde

FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Cody James Belgarde, 37, from Saint Michael, Spirit Lake Nation, received a 327-month sentence for killing 17-year-old Leroy Chapin of Parshall on January 14, 2021. The incident involved second-degree murder and arson, with Belgarde shooting Chapin with a shotgun at his own house. He then set the house on fire to… Continue reading Cody James Belgarde Sentenced to Over 27 Years for Teen’s Murder and Arson

Teen Critically Injured in St. Cloud Gas Station Shooting

ST. CLOUD, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A 17-year-old boy is fighting for his life after a shooting erupted at a St. Cloud gas station in the early hours of Sunday morning. According to the St. Cloud Police Department, the incident occurred around 2:30 a.m. on the 1000 block of Ninth Avenue South. During a confrontation, gunfire… Continue reading Teen Critically Injured in St. Cloud Gas Station Shooting

Teen Driver in Serious Condition After DUI Rollover Crash in Stutsman County

Stutsman County, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – At approximately 10:47 p.m. CT on April 13, 2024, emergency services responded to a single-vehicle rollover crash on County Road 38, 10 miles southwest of Jamestown, ND. Here’s the breakdown of the incident: What Happened: A 2008 Ford Fusion driven by 18-year-old Keira Weber of Jamestown, ND, veered off the… Continue reading Teen Driver in Serious Condition After DUI Rollover Crash in Stutsman County

Teen Faces Felony Charges for Alleged Animal Torture

Leo A. Gotchie III

BALL CLUB, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – In a shocking incident in Deer River, Minnesota, 19-year-old Leo Anthony Gotchie III is facing severe legal consequences after being accused of animal cruelty. Disturbing Discovery: On April 11th, authorities responded to a report of suspicious activity on Ball Club Lake Drive. The caller reported incessant barking from dogs overnight.… Continue reading Teen Faces Felony Charges for Alleged Animal Torture

Grand Forks Teen Accused of Murder Turns 18, Transferred to Adult Correctional Facility

Cazmere Haskins

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – In a sobering turn of events, Cazmere Haskins, the Grand Forks teen accused of murder, celebrated his 18th birthday this week under far from ideal circumstances. Haskins, who was previously held in juvenile detention, was transferred to the Grand Forks County Correctional Facility. Just weeks ago, Haskins was arrested and… Continue reading Grand Forks Teen Accused of Murder Turns 18, Transferred to Adult Correctional Facility

Teen Charged with Felony Damage and Assault in Crookston

Ezekiel Wehrmeister

CROOKSTON, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – In a recent legal development, 19-year-old Ezekiel Wehrmeister of Crookston, Minnesota, faces serious charges following an altercation on April 1st. According to court documents, Wehrmeister is charged with felony first-degree criminal damage to property and misdemeanor assault. Allegations suggest that on the mentioned date, Wehrmeister allegedly engaged in destructive behavior, including… Continue reading Teen Charged with Felony Damage and Assault in Crookston

Cass Lake Teen Fathered Child With 13-Year-Old, Charged with Criminal Sexual Conduct

CASS LAKE, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A shocking revelation has surfaced in Cass Lake, Minnesota, where a teenage boy has been charged with felony first-degree criminal sexual conduct for allegedly impregnating a 13-year-old girl. According to court documents, investigators learned that the now 21-year-old Shawn Patrick Adams was living with the juvenile and her mother when… Continue reading Cass Lake Teen Fathered Child With 13-Year-Old, Charged with Criminal Sexual Conduct

Tragic Collision Claims Life of Driver, Leaves Teen Critically Injured

MORA, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – In a devastating incident, a collision occurred around 8:00 a.m. Thursday, just north of Mora in Kanabec County, according to the Minnesota State Patrol. The collision involved a vehicle driven by 35-year-old Candace Berglund of Ogilvie and a semi-truck traveling south on Highway 65. Here’s what happened: Berglund’s vehicle, traveling east… Continue reading Tragic Collision Claims Life of Driver, Leaves Teen Critically Injured

Grand Forks Teen Held on $500,000 Bond for Alleged Murder

Cazmere Haskins

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Cazmere G. Haskins, a 17-year-old from Grand Forks, faced a daunting $500,000 cash or surety bond during his initial appearance in adult criminal court on Monday, March 18. Haskins stands accused of Class AA felony murder, a charge carrying a maximum penalty of life imprisonment without parole. The alleged incident… Continue reading Grand Forks Teen Held on $500,000 Bond for Alleged Murder